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MP3 / Music / Remixes — 6 Comments
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Nov 09

Fred Falke: Blow My Speakers Up

Fred Falke: Blow My Speakers Up mp3How do you remix a nearly 10-minute epic journey in high-life pop? Remix master Fred Falke seems to think he knows how. Silly Fred. I don’t think I can honestly tell anyone that Falke’s remix of Music Go Music’s “Warm In The Shadows” improved upon the song or its dance appeal.

Music Go Music – Warm In The Shadows (Fred Falke Remix)

But it’s okay Freddie, we still heart you. More so than before because you jeopardized your cool indie cred and remixed our favorite party girl guilty pleasure dirty pop song of 2009.

Ke$ha – Tik Tok (Fred Falke Remix)

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Nov 09

Spoon – The Mystery Zone

Spoon The Mystery Zone listenNew Spoon! “The Mystery Zone” is another taste of Spoon’s forthcoming album, Transference. Indie superstar and Spoon ringleader, Britt Daniel, has announced that Transference is a “pure” Spoon album, being the first album the band self produced.

“The Mystery Zone” will be third track found on the hotly anticipated LP. “Got Nuffin’,” the lead track off the band’s last release, the Got Nuffin’ EP, will also appear on Transference (track 10).

Using “The Mystery Zone” and “Got Nuffin’” as judging points, the likelihood of Transference besting Spoon’s last three LPs is quickly diminishing. But Spoon is known for throwing us curve balls, and with numerous modern classics under their wings, who am I to doubt them?

Transference will be out January 26th via Merge. Another January release to put on your calendar. Listen to “The Mystery Zone” here: Continue reading →

Tour Dates — 6 Comments
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Nov 09

This Week’s Touring News

New tour dates have been announced for La Roux, Miike Snow, Cold War Kids, Hot Chip, The xx, Julian Casablancas and U2.Full dates after the jump: Continue reading →

Listen / Music / Music Videos — 6 Comments
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Nov 09

Rihanna – Wait Your Turn (Wait Is Ova)

I’ve had about a week or so to let the shock of “Russian Roulette” to settle, and you know what? I bought it on iTunes just yesterday. Why the sudden change of heart? Letting go of dreams of more Umbrella’s and Disturbia’s, I listened to this new side of Rihanna. Muumuse coins it best, “Rihan-noir.”

Rihan-noir sounds exactly how you imaged it would. It’s dark, moody, dramatic and a lot more fierce than Beyonce’s last album. In a sense, Rated R is going to be Rihanna’s 808s and Heartbreak. I’m officially on board.

Covers / Listen / Live Performances / Music — 4 Comments
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Nov 09

VV Brown – Crazy In Love (Beyonce Cover), PMA Premiere

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VV Brown transforms Beyonce’s Pitchfork-adored “Crazy In Love” into a pumped-up, folksy flurry of energy. It’s the latest track in her series of live covers. Past covers include Kid Cudi’s “Day N Nite” and Drake’s “Best I’ve Ever Had.” Her frantic rendition of “Crazy In Love” is easily the best of the bunch and has a killer chance of becoming my favorite cover of the year.

Make sure to check out VV Brown’s latest release, The Attic EP on iTunes. You can now download VV Brown’s “Crazy In Love” cover on MP3! Continue reading →

Music / TV Shows — 8 Comments
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Nov 09

Music on Gossip Girl: Season 3 Episode 8

Music on Gossip Girl: Season 3 Episode 8 music

Last night’s episode of Gossip Girl relied heavily (more than usual) on its music. It also featured plenty of low-key gems to keep you going until next week’s episode. One of the most impressive playlists on the series.

Gossip Girl, Season 3, Episode 8: The Grandfather: Part II

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Nov 09

Roisin Murphy – Orally Fixated

Roisin Murphy Orally Fixated listen

Is it just me or is Roisin taking cues from Shakira? Maybe just a little? Song title and single cover aside, “Orally Fixated” sounds like typical Roisin Murphy nosh – gritty, nostalgic, and sometimes underwhelming. I’m sure “Orally Fixated” will please her fans and pump them up for an upcoming record.

Pitchfork reports that in the UK, “Orally Fixated” will drop November 16 via AWAL. In the States, the single should be available on iTunes. And apparently The Guardian will offer a free download for 48 hours. You can listen to the new single below: Continue reading →

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Nov 09

Four Tet – Love Cry

Four Tet Love Cry listen

A laptop has never sounded so personable, so human, so fragile than when in the hands of Four Tet’s Kieran Hebden. His latest offering, “Love Cry,” is a nine-minute, fully charged number that is as engaging as it is beautiful. Once the vocal sample kicks in, the piece moves in fluid, singular motions. Though it is meticulously conceived as up-tempo, chill-out music, “Love Cry” is brimming with curiosity and euphonious soul.

“Love Cry” will be available on a limited-edition 12″ single, backed by “Our Bells” starting November 2nd via Domino. You can listen to “Love Cry” below: Continue reading →

Listen / MP3 / Music — 6 Comments
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Nov 09

Yeasayer – Ambling Alp

Yeasayer Ambling Alp listenYeasayer are giving away “Ambling Alp,” the first single off their sophomore LP, Odd Blood on their website. You can also purchase a “very limited” 12″ vinyl containing the single and instrumental plus remixes by Memory Tapes and DJ /rupture, all enclosed in a “space age metallic sleeve.” Well worth the $8, if you ask me.

“Ambling Alp” is the type of bright, weird pop gem that you yearn for, without knowing it. But the satisfaction that comes after the first few listens is undeniable. Yeasayer’s upcoming album, Odd Blood is out February 9th on Secretly Canadian.

Yeasayer – Ambling Alp

In other news, Spoon announced a 7th album. It will be called Transference and it will be out on January 26th. Here is the tracklist: Continue reading →

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Oct 09

Lil Wayne ‘No Ceilings’ Mixtape – Free Download [OFFICIAL VERSION]

Lil Wayne No Ceilings Mixtape Free Download [OFFICIAL VERSION] listenLil Wayne might be heading to jail, but that won’t stop him from spewing out monster mixtapes. I’m thinking this will be one of the last proper mixtapes we’re getting from Weezy in a while, so make sure you grab it. No Ceilings features recycled beats by Jay-Z, Black Eyed Peas, and even Lady GaGa/Kid Cudi/Kanye West. Major props to HustleGRL for the mad artwork for No Ceilings.

UPDATE: 2dopeboyz says: here is the official version of No Ceilings, featuring four new joints and an overall higher sound quality.

UPDATE2: No official tracklist (order wise) yet. smh… I swear this tape has been such a hassle haha! Tomorrow, the FINAL one will be available. Until then, just enjoy the music haha.

Download the full mixtape below: Continue reading →

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